2012 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Astra | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Astra | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |